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Lying Floor Abduction Adduction

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Equipment

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The exercise involves lying on your stomach and performing abduction and adduction movements with the legs. It primarily enhances core and hip strength, promoting stability and flexibility.

How to do it

  1. Lie face down on the floor, resting your head on your hands.
  2. Lift your legs slightly off the ground, keeping them straight.
  3. Spread your legs apart, then bring them back together in a controlled manner.
  4. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
  5. Perform for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary Adductor Longus Gluteus Medius

Secondary Erector Spinae Gluteus Maximus Obliques

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